Kankakee Times

Fitch rates Rush System for Health stable amid promising outlook

By Michael Pineda | Apr 14, 2021

Rush System for Health (RUSH) has received a solid bill of economic health as Fitch Ratings has placed its rating system at stable with an Issuer Default Rating at ‘AA-.’

New Illinois circuit judge swears in House replacement

By Michael Pineda | Dec 30, 2020

They say to dress for the job you want, and Judge Lindsay Parkhurst proved this as she was being swore in t take over as replacement Judge Jackie Haas (R-Bourbonnais), as the new State Representative for the 79th District in Illinois.

Investigation over but questions remain on missing $4,000 at Watseka PD: 'Somebody snagged it'

By Michael Pineda | Oct 14, 2020

An Illinois State Police criminal investigation regarding $4,000 in cash missing from evidence has been closed, but questions remain for some regarding the money and other findings painting the Watseka Police Department in an unflattering light.

Kankakee County auditor squares off with board in legal fight over alleged usurpation of duties

By Michael Pineda | Oct 7, 2020

Kankakee County Auditor Jake Lee was not getting what he signed up for and apparently it took a tool on his patience and elicited a legal response.

Youths learn value of growing thanks to Pembroke Township couple

By Michael Pineda | Oct 5, 2020

A program developed by an Illinois couple has provided Pembroke Township youths with lessons and pride over the last 20 years.